Butterbean

Eric ‘Butterbean’ Esch is a multi-sport combat athlete and television personality who has achieved world championships in professional boxing, kickboxing, mixed martial arts, and professional wrestling. After achieving his initial breakthrough as a five-time World Toughman Heavyweight Champion, Eric ‘Butterbean’ Esch turned professional in boxing in 1994, quickly earning a formidable reputation as the ‘King of the 4 Rounders.’ His aggressive fighting style led to frequent televised bouts, garnering a significant cult following. Over his professional boxing career, he amassed an impressive 77 wins, with 58 by knockout, and held both the World Athletic Association (WAA) heavyweight and IBA super heavyweight championships. Notable early career milestones include defeating Adam Lawton in 1995.

In 2022, Esch underwent a significant health transformation, losing over 200 pounds, which enabled him to qualify for successful hip surgery that same year. He actively engages with charitable causes, participating in events like a wrestling match for charity at the BJCC in Birmingham, Alabama. Most recently, Esch was inducted into the Rochester Boxing Hall of Fame in 2023, also receiving the prestigious Rochester Boxing Hall of Fame Perseverance Award. In 2024, he joined the cast of Discovery Channel’s popular series ‘Moonshiners’.

Looking ahead, Butterbean is scheduled to wrestle Minoru Suzuki at the WrestleCon Mark Hitchcock Memorial Supershow in 2025, further solidifying his enduring presence and marketability across various entertainment and combat sports platforms.